Thank You Letters
Your job interview is your chance to make a good first impression on a potential employer, and writing a prompt thank you letter afterwards continues that good impression. Even if you think you may...
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Cover Letters
Almost all job applications occur online these days, whether through a job search website or the website of the company or institution that has the job opening. While it is true that some of...
Requesting an Informational Interview
There will be times as you begin your job search when there may not be a specific opening or role to apply for. When this happens, you can continue to make connections and learn...
Resume Tips
LinkedIn In addition to your resume, consider creating a LinkedIn profile. These profiles allow your prospective employer to see you in a broader, more detailed format. In addition, this service allows you to connect...
Resume Sections
No matter what style you choose to follow, your resume will always include several basic sections. Each one is described below, and you can see how they can be arranged in an innovative way...
Resume Types
There are different kinds of resumes from which you can choose, depending on your work experience and the kind of position you are seeking. A chronological resume is the most common, and most job...
Writing for Your Career
Good writing skills are not just important when you are in school, they are also crucial in the workforce. For example, when you are looking for a job, it is super helpful to know...
Plays
In-text citations from plays have different formatting depending on whether the play is written in verse or in prose. When quoting lines of verse, avoid using page numbers and cite by whatever categories you...
Intended Audience
Classmates and professors For an academic audience of classmates and teachers, you have the task of considering a diverse group. You’ll want to think about how much background information your audience will need on...
ESOL and Acceleration: Preparing for Transfer-Level English
by Christie Allred I taught an accelerated (advancing students at a faster rate using varied instructional strategies) ESOL class this past semester. Taught? Well, yes, but I also worked really hard with students that...